Fisher River Cree Nation

BCR 264-2024-16 & 18 | Kevin Cook & Andrew McKay

July 19, 2024 209

Fisher River Receives 5.1 Million to focus on Preventing Land Conversion and loss of Carbon from Peat Harvesting

Today, Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and Special Advisor for Water, announced on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, over $11 million for two major greenhouse gas emissions reduction projects funded through the Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund. $5.1 million will go specifically to conservation in Fisher River Cree Nation, to stop the conversion of land through peat harvesting, which releases […]

July 18, 2024 526

Band Council Resolutions

BCR 264-2024-13 | Shaine Paul

July 3, 2024 219

Band Council Resolutions

Band Council Resolution 264-2024-11 | Declaration of Curriculum Enhancement

June 27, 2024 160

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Community News

Fisher River welcomes back Dr. Nora Murdock, Director of Education

The Fisher River Cree Nation Chief and Council are overjoyed to welcome home one of our own, Dr. Nora Murdock, as the Director of Education for our community. Dr. Murdock returns to Fisher River with a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing Indigenous education. Prior to coming home, she served as the Director of Systems Development for the Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre, where she played […]

June 27, 2024 215 2

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Community News

Soaring to New Heights: Celebrating the Fisher River High School Class of 2024!

On behalf of the Fisher River Cree Nation Chief and Council, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the remarkable graduates of the Fisher River High School Class of 2024! After years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance, you have reached this momentous milestone in your educational journey. Your unwavering commitment to your studies, even in the face of challenges, is a true inspiration to our entire community. To our esteemed […]

June 24, 2024 187 1 2

Community News

Congratulations to our 2024 Mature Grade 12 Grads!

The Fisher River Cree Nation community is overjoyed to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our Mature Grade 12 graduates! After overcoming immense challenges and persevering with unwavering determination, you have reached this incredible milestone, and we couldn't be prouder. To our resilient and inspiring graduates - your journey has been paved with obstacles, but your strength, resilience, and unyielding commitment to your education have been a true inspiration. You have […]

June 21, 2024 154

Community News

Reminder Regarding the use of Off-Road Vehicles

Chief and Council would like to remind everyone about the rules and regulations for operating Off-Road Vehicles such as ATVs, Mini bikes, Dune or Sport Buggy, Quads etc. A few main points to operate an Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) are as follows: Off-Road Vehicles must be registered and have number plates displaying the registration. (Part 1 Section 3(a) i-iii) of the Off-Road Vehicle Act (attached). No person shall operate an off-road […]

June 19, 2024 155

Community News

Indian Boarding Homes Class Action Settlement

The Class Action was centered on the abuses, trauma, and cultural disconnection that impacted children placed in private homes as part of the Indian Boarding Homes Program.  This Settlement is another significant development in the reconciliation process between the Canadian government and Indigenous Peoples. We have included links to materials to assist with the communication of essential information related to the Settlement: Frequently Asked Questions: Addresses questions about the settlement and […]

June 17, 2024 190